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Find Bars and Nightlife in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

Enjoy a night out on the town in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. With live music throughout the region any night of the week and places to meet up and grab a drink at hundreds of venues – when the sun goes down, the fun ramps up. Watch the game at a sports bar downtown, try a local craft brew on tap in Over-the-Rhine or head out for happy hour!

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The Hofbräuhaus Newport is a restaurant attraction in the popular Newport on the Levee area of Northern Kentucky. From the traditionally decorated rooms, to the excellent... Read more

The Hofbräuhaus Newport is a restaurant attraction in the popular Newport on the Levee area of Northern Kentucky. From the traditionally decorated rooms, to the excellent bier and tasty German and American fare, Hofbräuhaus Newport is sure to be a memorable experience for everyone.
The Hofbräuhaus Newport is modeled after the... Read More

From a humble start, a love for brewing has become an entrepreneurial obsession. Melding technology & tradition, ideas are born & fermented. Come grab a brew or... Read more

From a humble start, a love for brewing has become an entrepreneurial obsession. Melding technology & tradition, ideas are born & fermented. Come grab a brew or our new coffee roast, Starter. #LiftOneToLife

Main Event is your standard, dim, no-frills bar with a handful of TVs and a huge dance area. When that dance area fills up in the after-midnight hour, DJs from all over... Read more

Main Event is your standard, dim, no-frills bar with a handful of TVs and a huge dance area. When that dance area fills up in the after-midnight hour, DJs from all over keep the crowd moving. There's also a huge menu of cheap bar food including a $3 bowl of chili, a $7 chef salad, a $12 14-inch pizza and a $6 gourmet roast beef... Read More

In the 2,000 square foot tap room, wood repurposed from six bowling lanes on site was used for the bar top. The darker woods and colors emulate a stripped-down English pub... Read more

In the 2,000 square foot tap room, wood repurposed from six bowling lanes on site was used for the bar top. The darker woods and colors emulate a stripped-down English pub style. That fits with the beer: traditional English, Irish and Scottish styles are a focus, but Wooden Cask makes other offerings, such as an IPA, a blond... Read More

Nation serves as a tribute to the rich history of this city and neighborhood. It is meant to be an extension of your living room, a place for gathering neighbors, and a... Read more

Nation serves as a tribute to the rich history of this city and neighborhood. It is meant to be an extension of your living room, a place for gathering neighbors, and a foundation for building community.

Wings. Beer. Sports. That's what you're gonna get here. There are plenty of food options (salads, burgers, etc ...), but wings are the thing with 14 different sauces,... Read more

Wings. Beer. Sports. That's what you're gonna get here. There are plenty of food options (salads, burgers, etc ...), but wings are the thing with 14 different sauces, including Asian Zing and Mango Habanero. There are a slew of big screens to watch games on. And there are some trivia and video games, too. This is good to know:... Read More

Village Tavern certainly has that "Cheer's" atmosphere. Not only does everyone know your name, but some of the regulars have their drinks waiting for them as soon as they... Read more

Village Tavern certainly has that "Cheer's" atmosphere. Not only does everyone know your name, but some of the regulars have their drinks waiting for them as soon as they pull up. Of course, this is in the evening. By the after-hours, the bar is crawling with tons of people looking for a good time. If you're searching for... Read More

The Corner Pub, literally named for its positioning on the corner of Montgomery and Cooper, is a fun, casual bar located in the center of downtown Montgomery. It is the... Read more

The Corner Pub, literally named for its positioning on the corner of Montgomery and Cooper, is a fun, casual bar located in the center of downtown Montgomery. It is the place to be on warm summer nights sitting out on the patio enjoying the quaint feel of the area. The comfortable bar is great for game days with flat screen TVs... Read More

A mansion with a history of gambling and mafia connections is transformed into a Jeff Ruby restaurant with completely over-the-top decor. There are three separate dining... Read more

A mansion with a history of gambling and mafia connections is transformed into a Jeff Ruby restaurant with completely over-the-top decor. There are three separate dining rooms each with its own decor and feel, from an old-style Chicago backroom to a swanky Hollywood-inspired room for a romantic date. It all makes for an... Read More

Tin Roof has been bringing live music and good times to captive audiences all over the country for over 12 years. With acclaimed Executive Chef Will Zuchman crafting a one... Read more

Tin Roof has been bringing live music and good times to captive audiences all over the country for over 12 years. With acclaimed Executive Chef Will Zuchman crafting a one of a kind inspired and eclectic menu, music is not all you’ll find at The Roof. So come on in and grab a bite or two. Stick around a while for our infamous... Read More

With a name coined from the computer architecture that several of our 50+ vintage arcade games were built on, 16-Bit appeals to those looking for an alternative to the... Read more

With a name coined from the computer architecture that several of our 50+ vintage arcade games were built on, 16-Bit appeals to those looking for an alternative to the monotonous. From bar-going veterans to young open-minded, beer-centric types, to arcade game novices and enthusiasts, the nostalgic and playful vibe is for... Read More

Trio is an upscale casual bistro located in the Jos A Banks center in Kenwood directly across from the Kenwood Towne Center. It is an elegantly designed restaurant with an... Read more

Trio is an upscale casual bistro located in the Jos A Banks center in Kenwood directly across from the Kenwood Towne Center. It is an elegantly designed restaurant with an extensive wine list and its menu features steaks, seafood, gourmet pizzas and sandwiches. Trio is great for a business lunch or meeting as it is Wi-fi... Read More

Rhinegeist is a brewery built within the skeleton of the old Moerlein bottling plant located in the Over-the-Rhine historical district. The tasting room is a giant indoor... Read more

Rhinegeist is a brewery built within the skeleton of the old Moerlein bottling plant located in the Over-the-Rhine historical district. The tasting room is a giant indoor adult playground with cornhole, ping pong and more. Kids are allowed. However, after 8pm on Friday and Saturday night, the Tap Room does change to 21+. Free... Read More

In the former space of Bang Nightclub, the Velvet Red Room aims to attract the sexiest and most elite people in the city. The vibe, needless to say, is upscale. And... Read more

In the former space of Bang Nightclub, the Velvet Red Room aims to attract the sexiest and most elite people in the city. The vibe, needless to say, is upscale. And although they don't have a food menu, they sometimes have food catered. Free birthday package on Fridays and Sundays featuring free valet parking, 20 person guest... Read More

This neighborhood bar with a '70s vibe and a resident octopus was named after Traffic's 1971 song, 'The Low Spark of High Heeled Boys.' Orange high-back chairs, checkered... Read more

This neighborhood bar with a '70s vibe and a resident octopus was named after Traffic's 1971 song, 'The Low Spark of High Heeled Boys.' Orange high-back chairs, checkered tile, red leather padded walls and beveled mirrors create a '70s feel in the intimate space. The original tin ceilings have been painted gold, and a vinyl... Read More

Popular place with bustling party scene. Known for the four big patios overlooking the scenic Cincinnati skyline, as well as live music outside during the warmer months.... Read more

Popular place with bustling party scene. Known for the four big patios overlooking the scenic Cincinnati skyline, as well as live music outside during the warmer months. If you get tired of the outdoor party scene, catch some of the hottest DJs in Cincinnati on one of the many dance floors throughout this three-story lounge on... Read More

March First Brewery was founded with the same spirit and tenacity as our great nation. The fine beer and cider is aptly brewed and bottled in Cincinnati, Ohio. Enjoy the... Read more

March First Brewery was founded with the same spirit and tenacity as our great nation. The fine beer and cider is aptly brewed and bottled in Cincinnati, Ohio. Enjoy the simple taste of a true American craft beer.

For a get-together with friends to watch the big game, Barleycorn's is the place to dine and unwind. Order a round and watch the big game on one of the TVs covering the... Read more

For a get-together with friends to watch the big game, Barleycorn's is the place to dine and unwind. Order a round and watch the big game on one of the TVs covering the walls. After work, stop the hunger pangs with a wide selection of appetizers such as wings and nachos con queso. Really hungry? Dare to devour one of the... Read More

Conveniently located a few blocks from Paul Brown Stadium, Bengals enthusiasts stop by Tina's on their way to or from the game. If ticket prices or inclement weather keep... Read more

Conveniently located a few blocks from Paul Brown Stadium, Bengals enthusiasts stop by Tina's on their way to or from the game. If ticket prices or inclement weather keep you from the stadium, hang out at Tina's instead. You'll welcome the low prices, cold beer, good food and laid-back atmosphere.

QCR is the perfect place to catch a game and enjoy a pint with friends, coworkers and loved ones. In addition to beer, they will tempt you with boozy slushies, wine and... Read more

QCR is the perfect place to catch a game and enjoy a pint with friends, coworkers and loved ones. In addition to beer, they will tempt you with boozy slushies, wine and delicious cocktails. Also offering wine and beer to-go for all your post work, pre-game, and post-game needs

Commonly known as 'MLT', the Tavern and its brother bar Million's dominate the Mount Lookout nightlife scene. It is a popular bar for young adults, mainly... Read more

Commonly known as 'MLT', the Tavern and its brother bar Million's dominate the Mount Lookout nightlife scene. It is a popular bar for young adults, mainly because of the great patio in the back and the live music four nights a week. MLT is famous for its trivia night, where contestants rack their brains to win prizes.

The lounge is named after a beloved Cincinnati entertainer, Tillie the elephant. Tillie was the most famous of many exotic animals in John Robinson’s Circus which traveled... Read more

The lounge is named after a beloved Cincinnati entertainer, Tillie the elephant. Tillie was the most famous of many exotic animals in John Robinson’s Circus which traveled the country and paraded the streets of Northside in the early 20th century.

Located on the rooftop of the Residence Inn Cincinnati Downtown, this spectacular multi-level rooftop lounge features unparalleled views of Lytle Park, the Ohio River... Read more

Located on the rooftop of the Residence Inn Cincinnati Downtown, this spectacular multi-level rooftop lounge features unparalleled views of Lytle Park, the Ohio River, Mount Adams and downtown Cincinnati. Enjoy wine, beer and hand-crafted cocktails with a small bites menu. The lounge's second level includes a full bar, communal... Read More

By Golly's has a fireplace and an up-to-date menu serving all of the American classics. There's always food and drinks special at By Golly's such as buy one... Read more

By Golly's has a fireplace and an up-to-date menu serving all of the American classics. There's always food and drinks special at By Golly's such as buy one get one free appetizers and karaoke every Thursday at 9. They even serve the largest burger in Cincinnati, 10 oz. of ground oh and there's a challenge to go with it.

Braxton Labs is brewery and taproom by Braxton Brewing Company located inside the Party Source. The brewery is home to beers that are both on and off trend, educational... Read more

Braxton Labs is brewery and taproom by Braxton Brewing Company located inside the Party Source. The brewery is home to beers that are both on and off trend, educational experiments for the curious craft beer drinker, collaborations across multiple categories and more

Reopened in April 2014, The Presidents Room is the place where diners experience a mix of classic and new dishes prepared with the finest ingredients available, where... Read more

Reopened in April 2014, The Presidents Room is the place where diners experience a mix of classic and new dishes prepared with the finest ingredients available, where classic drinks have modern and unique variations; all set in a beautiful and elegant piece of Cincinnati's architectural history.

The Drinkery OTR is a music venue in Cincinnati, Ohio featuring local & national original bands and DJs. We are focused on bringing attention to the Cincinnati music... Read more

The Drinkery OTR is a music venue in Cincinnati, Ohio featuring local & national original bands and DJs. We are focused on bringing attention to the Cincinnati music & craft beer scene in Over-the-Rhine, a historical neighborhood with a strong arts community.

Located in historic Covington at the foot of the Roebling Suspension Bridge, Keystone Bar and Grill is a great place to unwind, especially with their new outdoor patio.... Read more

Located in historic Covington at the foot of the Roebling Suspension Bridge, Keystone Bar and Grill is a great place to unwind, especially with their new outdoor patio. Relax with a drink, enjoy a game with friends or throw some change in the jukebox. Keystone also offers a menu of unique homemade items, such as their famous... Read More